Senior Brewer

As Senior Brewer, you will share responsibility and day to day management of our brewing operations with our Head Brewer. Key tasks include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining a safe, clean and efficient working environment
• Maintain up to date records (including but not limited to Breww and Microsoft Excel)
• Ensuring full compliance with H&S, Food Safety, HACCP, Regulatory and SALSA standards
• Manage the full brewing process. This will include selecting raw materials and the process from handling and brewing to fermentation to packaging
• Packaging into cask and keg, preparing beer for Bottling and Canning
• CIP and equipment maintenance, including cask and keg cleaning
• Stock and materials management, including accurate forecasting
• Planning and scheduling of brewing operations
• The development of new beers and seasonal releases
• Regular review of the existing range and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Driving innovation in brewing methods and packaging formats
• Hands-on quality control of all products
• Overseeing preventative and reactive maintenance
• Provide cover as a team as needed, 7 days week including bank holidays (e.g. Christmas) Brewery standard opening Monday to Friday.
• Ensure that the quality of beer leaving Barsham Brewery is excellent at all times.
• Increasing your understanding of the art and science of brewing through study and investigation.
• Represent the brewery at events and festivals and open days off site, at the brewery and on site tap room.
• Flexible and willing to take on varied tasks as part of a small team.
• Demonstrate knowledge, enthusiasm and hospitality to visitors and clients, and at events where you represent the brewery.

This is a key role within the business. You’ll work closely with the Management team to shape and deliver a new strategic vision — with exciting developments ahead, including plans for expansion and site enhancements.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a Senior Brewer who is not only technically skilled but also brings energy, creativity and leadership to the role. Ideally, you will have:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in brewing and production
• IBD General Certificate in Brewing, Brewing MSc or equivalent is desired but not essential.
• Strong people and communication skills
• A thorough understanding of brewing records, compliance, and stock control
• Good working knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems and IT
• A personal licence (or willingness to gain one)
• Forklift truck experience and certificate preferred
• Able to work in a hygienic manner.
• Physically fit, being able to lift 40kg containers is an essential part of the role.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner, as per Health and Safety Regulations.
• Motivated and enthusiastic, keen to work closely in a small team.
• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
• A UK driving license is required.
• A passion for the product and drive to constantly improve.
• Knowledge of cellar management or beer dispense (bonus!).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fakenham NR21 9NR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Commercial Brewing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 08/09/2025